Entry Level Electrical Designer

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee assis t

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Electrical Designer in Tysons, VA. The role focuses on designing electrical systems for high-rise, data center, multifamily, retail, and commercial spaces using Revit and related tools.

You will participate in field investigations and collaborate with MEP teams to deliver quality design packages. Ideal candidates hold a bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, with internship experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Internship experience preferred, not required.
• Proficiency with electrical design software (Revit, AutoCAD Electrical) preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to work collaboratively with architects, engineers, and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Design power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for diverse facilities.
• Produce electrical design drawings using Revit software.
• Conduct field investigations to assess conditions and collect project data.
• Ensure quality control, scheduling, and deliverables for electrical design.
• Coordinate progress with MEP teams (mechanical, electrical, plumbing).
• Perform load calculations, equipment sizing, and short-circuit analysis.

Education

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Entry Level Electrical Designer- Tysons, VA

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary: The Electrical Engineer/Designer designs electrical systems for buildings such as high-rise buildings, data center, multifamily, retail/mixed-use spaces, and commercial spaces.

Responsibilities:

• Design power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for various facility types
• Produce electrical design drawings using Revit software
• Perform field investigations to assess existing conditions and gather project data
• Ensure quality control, scheduling, and programming of electrical design deliverables
• Coordinate and communicate progress with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) teams
• Perform load calculations, equipment sizing, and short-circuit analysis

Qualifications and Experience:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience: Previous Intern experience is preferred, not required.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in electrical design software preferred (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical,).
• Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles, including circuit design, signal processing, and power distribution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for design and specifications
• Ability to work collaboratively with architects, engineers, and contractors

Location: Tysons, VA

Travel: Minimal

This role is also eligible forperformance-based bonuses and a comprehensiveU.S. basedbenefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here .

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

Preferred

Previous Intern experience is preferred, not required.

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